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NetMeter Support
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About This App
NetMeter is a real-time network monitoring tool for macOS that displays upload and download speeds directly in your menu bar. Keep track of your network activity at a glance.
- Real-Time Speed Monitor - View live upload and download speeds in the menu bar with customizable units (Kbps, Mbps, KB/s, MB/s).
- Per-Process Traffic - See which applications are consuming the most bandwidth with detailed per-process breakdowns.
- Data Usage Reports - Track daily, weekly, and monthly data usage with automatic reports and history logs.
- Connection Alerts - Get notified when network connections drop or when specific data thresholds are reached.
Permissions & Privacy
Required Permissions:
- Network Access - Required to monitor network interfaces and traffic data. Some advanced features may require a helper tool with elevated privileges.
Privacy Commitment: All network monitoring data is processed locally. No network usage data is ever transmitted to any server. We do not collect or log your browsing activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does NetMeter monitor? - Real-time upload and download speeds, per-process traffic, and weekly reports.
- Does it require admin privileges? - Some advanced features may require a helper tool with elevated privileges.
- Can I set data usage limits? - Yes, you can set monthly data caps and receive alerts when approaching the limit.
- Does it work with VPN connections? - Yes, NetMeter monitors all active network interfaces including VPN tunnels.
- How do I uninstall NetMeter? - Quit the app and delete it from your Applications folder. If you installed a helper tool, it will be removed automatically.
- The app won't launch? - Ensure your Mac meets the minimum requirements: macOS 14.0 or later.
Troubleshooting
- Speed readings show 0 - Check that your network interface is active. Try switching between Wi-Fi and Ethernet in settings.
- Helper tool installation fails - Go to System Preferences > Privacy & Security to approve the helper tool installation, then retry.
- Per-process data not showing - This feature requires the helper tool. Ensure it is properly installed and approved.
- Data usage resets unexpectedly - Check that the data logging database is not corrupted. Reset usage stats in settings if needed.
Disclaimer
NetMeter is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied. The developer makes no guarantees regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the software. Network readings are for reference only and may not reflect exact carrier-billed usage. In no event shall the developer be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use this software. Use at your own risk.
Version
Current Version: 1.0.0